Psychiatric Aspects of Terminal Illness — Flashcards

Psychiatric Aspects of Terminal Illness — Flashcards

Psychiatric Aspects of Terminal Illness — Flashcards
#1

_____ disorders are when a patient consciously creates physical and/or psychological symptoms in order to assume a "sick role" and get medical attention and sympathy (primary/internal gain)

#2

What psychiatric disorder is commonly associated with hypoparathyroidism?_____

#3

Delirium is more commonly associated with _____ hallucinations.

#4

Smith's consultation letter is associated with _____ disorder, intended for primary care physicians

#5

The confusion assessment test is used in the detection of _____.

#6

Worsening of symptoms at night is known as _____ which is seen in delirium.

#7

Munchausen syndrome is more common in _____ (gender) and healthcare workers

#8

Huntington disease presents with chorea that can progress to _____ and dementia; also may have aggression

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